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Why Ants Invade Jacksonville, FL Homes & How To Keep Them Out

Sep 10, 2021

Ants (Formicidae) exist in over 10,000 species worldwide. Ants are insects with six legs that are omnivores and generally live in large colonies or armies. Although the most prominent types may reach one inch in length, most are roughly half that size. They are very opportunistic critters that can adapt well to indoor environments as necessary. ...

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How Dangerous Are Fire Ants On My Jacksonville, FL Property?

Jul 9, 2021

Most people wouldn’t be worried if they saw ants inside their Jacksonville, FL home or business. Folks tend to assume they are harmless because of how common they are. However, they present significant health risks. Ants have countless illness-causing germs. Further, some species can ruin your property. Fire ants are one subgroup that is prevalent in the region. Learn more about their dangers and what you can do to steer clear of...

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Why Ants Come Into Your Jacksonville Home & How To Keep Them Out  

Mar 19, 2021

Ants are so commonplace, that people often pay them no mind. They don’t see the urgency in actively warding them off, thinking that they’re mostly harmless. This isn’t true. Numerous cells of bacteria are on their skin, which can spark critical health problems for Jacksonville homeowners. Moreover, some species can bite you or ruin the foundations of your home. You just don’t want to underestimate ants at all! ...

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Four Easy-To-Spot Signs Your Jacksonville Home May Have Carpenter Ants

Feb 19, 2021

Sunny Jacksonville is a great place to call home. As the most populous city in Florida, and one of the biggest cities in the country, many homeowners have their hopes and dreams rooted here. But due to the frequent rainy seasons in this area, you could run into certain pests that thrive in moist environments. Carpenter ants are one example of these types of pests to look out for in your Jacksonville home. Not every homeowner knows how to spot ...

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Are These Ants In My Jacksonville Home Dangerous?

May 11, 2020

Growing up, it seemed we were always battling invading ants. As a child, I'd refer to them by their size and color. The small red and black ants seemed to be the ones that mom hated -- those were the ones in our pantry and in our kitchen. Dad hated the stinging red ants that built huge dirt mounds all over the lawn. ...

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Why Homeowners Must Take Carpenter Ants In Jacksonville Seriously

Nov 18, 2019

Carpenter ants are a species of large ants that create nesting galleries and tunnels in wooden structures. They are typically black, though they can also be red or tan. These nocturnal insects are only about ¼ to ½ inch in length; however, don’t let their size fool you. Carpenter ants can create a lot of damage on your Jacksonville property if you let them. ...

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